PBP Commentary

Coming up we have a light heavyweight MMA rules bout between Gwynn Evans (ranked 536 p4p, 345 weight class) and Hjallis Kalske (ranked 77 p4p, 56 weight class). I don't know about you partner, but I'm pumped for this one!

Evans
vs
Kalske

191 cm
29
208
18 - 9 - 0

190 cm
29
208
12 - 6 - 0

Great wrestler
World class boxer
Granite chin

Good wrestler
World class boxer
Granite chin

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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the light heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 18 - 9 - 0, fighting out of Tokyo, Gwynn Evans!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 12 - 6 - 0, fighting out of Amsterdam, Hjallis Kalske!
The judges for this bout are Timothy Bukovac, Percy O'Donnell and Jack Bonds.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Kalske tests Evans's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Kalske has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.

Evans has taken the fight to the clinch.
Kalske blocks an uppercut.
Kalske has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Kalske throws a head punch that misses.
Kalske tries to break free but Evans pushes him back against the cage.

Kalske manages to break the clinch.
Kalske throws a nice outside leg kick.
Kalske throws a predictable looking body shot
and Evans counters with a straight right hand.
Kalske keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Kalske connects with a solid leg kick.
Kalske bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Evans's head.
Evans ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Kalske lands a nice looking body shot.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A telegraphed right hand from Evans misses the target.
Evans takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Evans throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Kalske tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Evans was well out of range. Poor timing from Kalske.
Evans throws a chopping leg kick but Kalske manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Kalske takes a swing at Evans's ribcage but misses.
Kalske tries to score a power double leg takedown but Evans sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Kalske somewhat.
Evans delivers a nice body kick.
Kalske throws a wild body kick that Evans sees coming a mile off.
Good work by Evans as he checks the leg kick.
Kalske moves out of range of the strikes.
Evans doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Kalske throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Evans stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Evans takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.

That's two minutes gone in the round.

Kalske drives through with a takedown into guard.

Evans kicks Kalske off and gets to his feet.
Gwynn Evans is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Evans keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Kalske.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Evans - that will leave a mark!

Evans rushes Kalske and presses him up against the cage.
Kalske scores with a nice hook to the head.
Kalske can't find room to land a body shot as Evans controls the action.
Kalske's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Evans struggles to land a body shot inside as Kalske controls his hands.
Evans misses with a hook to the ribs.
Kalske misses with some punches.
Evans swings wildly with an uppercut but Kalske uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kalske working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Evans tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Evans lands a nice shot to the body.
Kalske lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
A short right from Evans.
Kalske misses with a hook from the clinch.
Evans misses with the head strike.
Kalske has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Evans avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Evans misses with a punch to the body.
Evans can't find room to land a body shot as Kalske controls the action.
Kalske makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Evans working aggressively here.
Kalske blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Kalske.
Kalske misses with a hook from the clinch.
Evans misses with some punches.
Evans lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Kalske has had enough of the clinch but Evans keeps him there for the moment.

Kalske breaks the clinch.
Kalske lands with an overhand left.
Kalske throws a good cross that connects.
Kalske lands with a slapping head kick.
Hjallis Kalske seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kalske lands a really nice looking cross but Evans seems unphased.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Evans showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Kalske.
A little feinted left hand from Evans on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Kalske dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Kalske lands the left hand.
Kalske misses the jab.
Evans is looking for a counter combo.
Evans takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Kalske lunges at Evans with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Evans's hand.
Kalske lands with an uppercut that bounces Evans off the cage and back into range.
Evans moves in looking to clinch but Kalske pushes him off.
And Kalske tries to counter it with a takedown but Evans pushes his down on his head and steps out.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Evans looks for the body kick but Kalske saw that one coming.
A nice leg kick lands there from Kalske.
Evans looks to land a left hand but Kalske moved out of range nicely.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Hjallis Kalske dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!

Kalske throws a nice outside leg kick.
Kalske slips a jab from Evans.
Kalske unleashes a big counter combination but Evans bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Evans swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Kalske tries to bum rush Evans with a series of wild strikes but Evans uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Evans appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Kalske attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Kalske throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Kalske avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Kalske throws a hook but Evans avoids it easily.
Kalske swings for the body but Evans moves out of range.
Evans misses with an uppercut. Kalske saw that one coming.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Evans rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Evans takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Kalske jabs Evans right on the nose. Evans blinks but takes it well.

Kalske shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Evans's guard.

Evans has managed to wall walk up one of the corner posts to get back to his feet. Kalske is pushing him up against the cage, looking to control the position.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kalske lands a right hand.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Kalske goes for a takedown attempt but Evans pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Kalske throws a leg kick which misses Evans's front leg but catches the back leg as Evans tries to avoid it.
Kalske shoots in for a double leg but Evans sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.

Kalske drives through with a takedown into Evans's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Evans wants to stand up but Kalske is controlling him.
Kalske sitting in guard, not really doing much.

Evans pushes Kalske off and scrambles back to his feet.
Hjallis Kalske seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Kalske cracks Evans with a right hand to the side of the head.
Kalske is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Kalske throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Kalske moves out of range as Evans throws a body kick.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kalske doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Evans thuds his right hand into Kalske's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Kalske plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Kalske misses with a combination
and Evans cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Evans connects with a leg kick.
Kalske staying out of range there.
Kalske ducks under a wild hook from Evans.
Kalske scores with a three punch combo!
Kalske throws a head kick that misses
and Evans counters with an outside leg kick.
Kalske is breathing heavily.
Evans ducks under a wild hook from Kalske.
Evans tried to counter with a leg kick but Kalske avoided it.
Evans lands with a kick to the ribs.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Kalske throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kalske bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Evans misses with a looping left.
A left lands for Evans.
Kalske lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Evans avoids the head kick by Kalske.
It looked like Evans wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.

Evans clinches up against the cage.
Kalske is looking for a takedown.
Gwynn Evans has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Hjallis Kalske.
Evans prevents a takedown attempt there.
Evans lands with a right to the head.
A nice left hand lands by Evans.
Evans tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Evans has a couple of punches blocked by Kalske.
Evans goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A right hand to the body from Evans.

That's four minutes gone in the round.

Kalske pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
A telegraphed right hand from Evans misses the target.
Kalske throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kalske throws a jab but it's blocked by Evans.
No joy there for Evans, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Kalske takes one on the button.
Evans bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Evans throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Evans staying out of range there.
Evans blocks a jab.
Evans is looking to counter punch.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kalske swings widly with a right hand
and Evans counters with a nice body shot.

Evans moves into the clinch.
Evans throws a head punch that misses.
Kalske has a couple of punches blocked by Evans.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Gwynn Evans dominated that second round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!

Kalske is looking to land body kicks.
Kalske lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Kalske misses with a body shot.
Evans jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Evans takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Kalske fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
A clash of legs there as Evans blocks the low kick.
Evans is looking to land body kicks.
Kalske tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Kalske tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Evans defends well and Kalske ends up having to push Evans into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
A little feinted left hand from Evans on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Evans cracks Kalske with a good jab.
Kalske gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Evans.

Evans gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Evans lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A short right from Evans.
Kalske throws a punch but it's blocked by Evans.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Evans tries a body shot but Kalske blocks it.
Kalske blocks a punch to the side of the head.

Kalske gets a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Evans is concentrating on defense, preventing Kalske from advancing position.
Evans pushes Kalske off looking to stand but Kalske dives back in and keeps control.
Kalske throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Evans is trying is best to control the position here.
Kalske working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Evans pushes Kalske off looking to stand but Kalske dives back in and keeps control.
Kalske has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Evans avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Kalske.
Kalske missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Kalske lands a nice short elbow.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kalske not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Kalske throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Evans is trying to stand.
Evans manages to get to full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Evans pulls Kalske in to control the position.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Kalske is looking to work some ground and pound but Evans has wrist control.
Evans is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Kalske is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Kalske scoring with some ground and pound.
Evans keeping moving, preventing Kalske from controlling successfully.
Evans is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Evans is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Kalske landing some decent shots from guard.
Evans looking to hit a scissor sweep but Kalske is one step ahead there.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kalske stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Evans swivels though and keeps the full guard.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Evans seems keen to control Kalske's posture.
Kalske trying to control the position from guard on top but Evans is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Kalske is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Kalske lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Kalske stopping the sweep attempt from Evans.
Evans is looking to stand up but Kalske isn't so interested in that idea.
Kalske trying to control but Evans is working from the bottom.
Evans is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Evans trying desperately to get back to his feet here but he's not having any joy at all. He's going to tire himself out if he's not careful.

Evans has managed to wall walk up one of the corner posts to get back to his feet. Kalske is pushing him up against the cage, looking to control the position.
Kalske wants to get back to striking at distance but Evans won't allow it.
Evans can't find room to land a body shot as Kalske controls the action.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Still in the clinch, Kalske scores with a nice short uppercut.
Kalske misses with the head strike.
Evans is pressed up against the cage. Kalske has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Evans down to the mat. Evans avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Gwynn Evans has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Hjallis Kalske.
Evans lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Evans wants to clinch but Kalske slips to the side
and Kalske counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Danga de danga de dang - Kalske scores with a four punch combination!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Evans avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
It looked like Evans was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Kalske.
Kalske gets cracked there but stands up to it.
A good leg kick by Kalske.
Kalske misses with a looping right.
Evans wants to clinch.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Hjallis Kalske.
I think Kalske has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 28:29
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 28:29
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Hjallis Kalske!
During a confident post fight interview, Hjallis Kalske thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.